IXC: U.S. Out Of Levers To Keep Oil Under $80; This Fund Remains A Buy

The iShares Global Energy ETF (IXC) offers concentrated, passive exposure to large-cap global energy companies, primarily North American majors. IXC benefits from a tightening oil market, with global inventories drawing faster than demand destruction and persistent supply disruptions supporting higher prices. Most IXC holdings are now unhedged or lightly hedged, positioning the fund to fully capture upside if oil remains above $100.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 13, 2026

Goldman Sees Oil Hitting $120: ETFs That Are Poised to Benefit

Could oil hit $120? Goldman Sachs says prolonged supply disruptions could drive crude higher, creating opportunities for energy ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 8, 2026

China to Crypto: July's Top Performing iShares ETFs

The top five performing iShares ETFs in July highlight strong returns in specialized market segments. Driven by gains in China large-caps, positive Ethereum momentum, and renewed geopolitical tensions leading to higher oil prices, July performance leadership came from a diverse range of asset classes.

ETF Trends • Aug 3, 2026

Energy Keeps The Lead Locked Down

Energy was one of just three S&P 500 sectors to close higher yesterday and the only one with positive net breadth on the day. Nineteen percent of energy stocks are at 52-week highs, compared with 5.9% for second-place Consumer Staples.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 21, 2026

As the Iran War Resumes, 2 Energy ETFs Ride Oil's Renewed Rally

After leading the markets for much of the first half of the year, energy stocks tapered off from mid-May through the start of July as a tenuous agreement between Iran and the United States helped normalize oil prices. But tensions in the Middle East have once again flared up, with the two countries exchanging missile fire and conflicting statements about maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

MarketBeat • Jul 15, 2026

IXC: Global Oil & Gas Stocks Aren't Upbeat On Higher Oil (Downgrade)

I downgrade iShares Global Energy ETF to "Hold," citing disappointing price action despite bullish geopolitical conditions. IXC's valuation remains attractive at a 10.3x P/E and a 1.0x PEG, with a high 3.1% yield. Concentration risk is notable, with XOM and CVX making up over 25% of the portfolio.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 9, 2026

Energy ETFs to Buy as Oil Price Slides to Pre-Iran War Level

Oil prices have fallen back to pre-war levels, but energy ETFs may still offer opportunity as refining, LNG demand, and tight supply support the sector.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 29, 2026

Beyond AI: Where Investors Can Still Find Dividend Growth In 2026

Tech capex and geopolitics have dominated the headlines this year, but opportunities emerge elsewhere. Dividend growth investing could be hitting its stride amid shifting macro and micro trends. Novel, forward-looking strategies may help asset allocators find alpha beyond traditional income approaches.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 24, 2026

It Is Wise To Get Cautious Here. Fortunately, There Are Options

The S&P 500's relentless rally and repeated all-time highs suggest a near-term pullback is likely, warranting portfolio repositioning. I see the Energy sector (IXC, XLE) as a compelling hedge, with geopolitical risks supporting crude prices and sector outperformance during equity weakness.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 19, 2026

Three Energy ETFs Are Yielding Over 2.5 Percent While Delivering 24 to 31 Percent Returns in 2026

Energy sits in an unusual spot right now: it is paying real income while also producing the kind of capital gains that growth investors chase.

24/7 Wall Street • May 29, 2026